Sony HDR-CX560V manual

HDR-CX560V Full HD Camcorder w/ GPS and 12MP stills

With its back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, the HDR-CX560V HD Handycam® camcorder delivers superior low-light video. Full HD 60p recording capabilities offer incredibly detailed playback of your precious memories. The wide angle Sony® G Lens lets you capture more of the action with sharp images and brilliant, accurate colors.

1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/12MP still image capture

The Sony® HDR-CX560V offers 1920 x

1080 high definition resolution letting you record your memories in exceptional Full High Definition quality. Capable of 60p recording and playback via HDMI™ and compatible

HDTV4 providing stunning clarity and

incredibly detailed playback of your memories.

64GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 26 hours of recording1

The built-in 64GB1 embedded Flash

memory can record and store up to 26 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode).

Assignable Dial (Iris/Shutter/Exposure/WB/Focus) Get the most out of your camcorder with enhanced manual controls. The assignable dial allows for control of focus, exposure, white balance, iris, and shutter speed.

Cinematone presets and 24p recording for cinematic quality video

For extra control over image expression, Cinematone technology is used to deepen the color and recreate film-like color tones. Combined with 24p recording, you’ll have some of the tools you need to fulfill your need for cinematic expression.

Wide Angle G Lens to capture everything you want

Experience the pinnacle of Sony® lens

technology with the professional- quality G Lens. Engineered for superior optical performance, Sony G lenses deliver brilliant, accurate color reproduction and sharp, amazingly detailed images. In addition, the 26.3mm focal length offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.

Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superb low-light video Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the "Exmor R" sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions.

Optical Steadyshot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode Optical Steadyshot™ image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.

14x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 10x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.

3.0” touch-screen Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K) w/TruBlack™ technology

The 3.0” (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD™ screen (921K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene. TruBlack™ technology brings remarkably higher contrast delivering more natural, realistic colors and easier viewing in bright conditions by reducing glare.

Tracking Focus follows selected subject Tracking Focus works as an extension of Face Detection to allow you to select an object with a touch of the LCD and have the focus follow the selected object.

5.1ch Surround mic for vivid and dynamic surround sound.

Dolby® Digital 5.1 channel recording

captures active sounds coming from all directions, so you can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

Wind noise reduction for clear voice recording

Wind Reduction reduces noise and interference that is produced when wind passes over the microphone, giving you a clearer and more enjoyable sound experience.

Expanded recording/monitoring with mic/headphone jack

Features dedicated mic and headphone inputs for expanded audio recording options and convenient monitoring of audio with headphones (external microphones and headphones sold separately).

Active Interface Shoe to attach intelligent accessories

The Active Interface Shoe lets you mount Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, which can help extend the capabilities of your camcorder.

Event Browse groups video/stills by events automatically

Event Browse conveniently groups your images and videos together for easier viewing. The date range that Event Browse groups your pictures and videos is easily adjusted to suit your needs. When used with the Highlight Playback feature, making and sharing a highlight reel from your event is easy and fun.

Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you

Why spend hours editing your movies when you can let your camcorder do it for you? Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions. You can even pinpoint the exact scene you want to include in the highlight reel.

Clear Phase stereo speakers for true and dynamic sound

Bring your video alive with Clear Phase stereo speakers. Drawing on Sony’s high-end audio expertise, renown S- Master™ digital amplifier technology is utilized to produce more true-to-life sound.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ® maps7

Abuilt-in GPS receiver7 makes the HDR-

CX560V an ideal choice for travelers. The receiver gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the

supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software9 . Additionally, the receiver

automatically adjusts your camcorder's clock to the proper time zone.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge

Intelligent Auto (90 different scene combinations possible)

Golf Shot Built-in Flash